Manufacturing Process Engineer - Lean & Optimization

MaximaTek; Michigan; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MaximaTek is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support the development, optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. You will work closely with engineering, production, quality, and supply-chain teams to improve productivity, product quality, safety, and manufacturing efficiency.

This position is suitable for entry-level candidates as well as professionals with several years of manufacturing engineering experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related engineering field.
• Entry-level considered with relevant academic projects or internships.
• 2–5 years of manufacturing engineering experience for mid-level.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes, procedures, and work instructions.
• Analyze production processes to identify cost reduction and efficiency opportunities.
• Support new product introductions into manufacturing.
• Design and improve layouts, tooling, fixtures, and equipment.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and equipment issues with production teams.
• Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Support Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen programs and continuous improvement.
• Maintain process documentation and SOPs.
• Monitor production metrics (throughput, cycle time, scrap, downtime, yield).
• Collaborate with Quality Engineering to resolve issues.
• Assist with process validation and equipment qualification.
• Support automation and technology improvements.
• Participate in design reviews and manufacturability assessments.
• Evaluate equipment, tools, materials, and methods.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare engineering reports and technical presentations.
• Support CIP projects from analysis to implementation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Reading engineering drawings

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Production Engineering

Tools

CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA)

ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Statistical analysis tools

Job description

MaximaTek is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support the development, optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. You will work closely with engineering, production, quality, and supply-chain teams to improve productivity, product quality, safety, and manufacturing efficiency.

This position is suitable for entry-level candidates as well as professionals with several years of manufacturing engineering experience.